Lissette Maria Lovett is an average girl, living an average life – or so she likes to believe. And so other people believe too. The shy and innocent nurse from London, with a rocky past and what looks to be a wearisome future. Lissette’s life is in fact far from the ordinary; whether it be her crazy vampire friends, her bloodthirsty boyfriend or the strong bouts of misfortune she’s constantly facing, Lissy knows her life is indeed a bizarre one. Being as accident prone and as ill-fated as she frequently admits, it comes as no surprise that Lissette often finds herself in distress. The young nurse finds herself facing many hurdles, in love, friendship, betrayal and even death. What’s more, is her friend’s increasing interest to Lissette’s past – to the secrets she’s hiding. Unable to let anyone in, Lissette struggles to find balance in her life and when an all too powerful stranger takes an interest in her, Lissy finds herself in a sticky predicament. Will anyone ever know her secrets? Can an angel live a sin free life?
A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.